1998 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Laser (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2002 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Primera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
